Stellar Solutions for Entertainment Venues and Education Facilities
Stellar is an Icon of Performance and Aesthetics Beneath its elegant exterior is a rock-solid frame that is time-tested to withstand decades of use. A range of back profiles, from a contemporary round back style, to a more traditional square back, offer distinctive aesthetics to complement any architectural styling. Steel inner back and seat frame available on most models Back panels available in fabric, plastic or rich wood veneers Wide range of upholstery fabrics and patterns Four back widths for consistent spacing between chairs High-density molded foam for longer sitting comfort Selection of cast iron, wood, laminate or upholstered aisle treatments A.D.A. compliant Provide sound and vibration dampening Pre-arched serpentine springs for comfort and cushion shift resistance One-piece cast iron standards Full fold capability allows for greater standing room Automatic self-rise, three-quarter fold seat for easier entry and exit Widths from 1 to Seat number area embossed for smooth finish; also available without embossing for unnumbered seats 2 Cover: Armstrong Auditorium, Edmond, OK
Stellar is Available in Five Distinctive Styles Architects and designers can create the ideal seating solution for virtually any facility by choosing from a variety of seats, backs, aisle treatments, armrests and options. Stellar Plastic Back Square or round plastic outer-back panel offers both strength and flexibility. Models 220, 224, 230, 224 Outdoor, 230 Outdoor Stellar Wood Back Wood outer-back panel provides a rich, warm and elegant look. Models 216, 226, 270, 280, 286 Stellar Upholstered Back Padded upholstered outer back provides comfort and good looks. Model 217 Stellar Classic Styling reminiscent of a bygone era. Models 206VR, 206 Stellar Planetarium Headrest and elongated back for optimal celestial viewing. Models 306, 306A, 306B 3
Crowd Pleasers Stellar is engineered to assure that whether you are engaged in a three hour lecture or four hour performance, your experience will be comfortable. 4 Zeeland High School, Zeeland, MI
Stellar Plastic and Upholstered Backs The plastic outer back provides added durability and a slim-line profile that is ideal for performing arts centers, fixed lecture halls and sporting venues. Stellar 217 Offers a padded upholstered outer back. The back fasteners are concealed for a clean appearance. Contour-cut dualdensity foam padding provides a firm yet supportive solution. Stellar 220/224 Outdoor The same features found in the Stellar 220/224, with e-coated metal parts and marine-grade vinyl upholstery for added durability under all types of weather. Stellar 220 The back of the Stellar 220 consists of 1¼" or 2" polyurethane foam over a compound-curved, steel inner panel. Shaped for comfort and full back support, it is ideal for many applications. Stellar 230 The 230 incorporates the high rounded back of the Spirit for an additional aesthetic choice. Constructed with high durability plastic inner-outer back. Stellar 224 The same features found in the Stellar 220, with an additional 2" higher back for added comfort and support. 5
An Inspiring Performance A great performance leaves a lasting impression long after the curtain falls. Stellar is designed to not only leave your patrons impressed, but provide you with the best return on investment in auditorium seating. 6 Lobero Theatre, Santa Barbara, CA
Stellar Wood Back Stellar's wood back models enhance any performance venue with rich, natural elegance. Stellar 216 Features a crisp, rectilinear wood outer back that provides a smooth, horizontal plane, and the appearance of one continuous row of seating. Stellar 226 Provides added support through its dual density foam along the top of the chair back. Foam is also shaped to provide lumbar support. Stellar 270 Offers a 32" high taperedprofile back. The chair back is richly upholstered with 2" of polyurethane foam featuring a contemporary horizontal design line. Stellar 280 Features a smooth, contoured radius that repeats softly along each row for a distinctive and sophisticated aesthetic. Concealed fasteners attach the 18" radius wood back panel enhancing the chair s elegance. Stellar 286 Designed to add ambience to auditoriums, performing art centers and luxury suites. Available in a choice of a 2" or 3" thick back foam with a rounded appearance on a 34" radius wood back. 7
The Star-struck Stellar Gazing at the heavens has never been so relaxing as when sitting in Stellar planetarium seating with tapered profiled back and separate trapezoid headrest, or full-width integrated headrest. There is even a separate rectangular shaped headrest available for additional comfort. Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium, Grand Rapids, MI 8 Stellar 306 Seat back incorporates a full-width, integrated headrest. Stellar 306A Features a separate rectangular shaped headrest. Stellar 306B Features a tapered profiled back and separate trapezoid-shaped headrest.
Classics Capture the past with elegant styling reminiscent of a bygone era. McPherson Opera House, McPherson, KS Stellar 206VR Features a rich wood contoured Victorian reveal with an upholstered insert panel. Stellar 206 Early 1900 design elements include ornate aisle treatments, contoured wood backs and elegant upholstery. 9
Stellar Options A wide variety of options are available to customize any installation including: end standards, armrests, aisle lighting, tablet arms, power and data, moveable chairs, wood and upholstered seat bottoms, number and letter plates and book holders. Stellar is designed for floor, riser or beam mount installations. Middle Cupholder Deluxe/End Middle Scroll End(s) Armrests Choose between wood or plastic. Three-inch wide, deluxe plastic armrest is available on aisle ends for maximum elbowroom. Optional armrests feature drink holders that cradle 16 to 46 ounce cups. Plastic armrests are saturated in color and feature a textured, non-slip surface. Wood armrests come in 9 standard wood finishes. Power and data access A rigid plastic extrusion system with front access covers is mounted to the standards. The raceway has room for data routing and optional data jacks mounted to a metal cover. A UL Listed, quick connect, manufactured wiring system is included in a 4-wire, 2-circuit, 20 amp configuration with duplex outlets located between every other chair. Type D Type E Type E with Letterland Armrest Aisle lights Five integral lighting options are offered. The style of lighting unit varies to match the end standard. Row identification can also be provided on certain aisle light covers. Some aisle lights are available with incandescent, mini-incandescent and LED lamps. Mounting options Floor, riser and beam mounting options are available. Beam mounting can be straight or in curved radius from 8'. Folding tablet arms Tablet arms fold smoothly out of the way and incorporate a durable laminated writing surface over a plywood core, with burnished edge. Choose from 3 sizes: standard 105 sq. inches (shown), oversized 127 sq. inches and laptop 184 sq. inches. Meets Life Safety code (NFPA 101) and International Building Code (IBC2009). A.D.A. compliance Stellar is designed to meet all the accessibility and compliance standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.). All Stellar A.D.A. chairs offer a hinged armrest to provide ease of access and transfer. 10
Number, letter and donor plates Available in a variety of shapes and finishes. Plates are attached with either a rivet or adhesive. Armrest routing is optional. Seat bottom treatments All Stellar models are available with painted steel, fully upholstered or wood seat bottoms. Book holder Mounts to the seat bottom for spacesaving storage. Book holder Mounts to the back for more storage. Removable chairs Stellar offers flexibility by providing sled based chairs to create movable, individual or connected groupings of 2 or 3 chairs. Communion cup holder Mounts to the back of the middle standard. Holds 2 communion cups, pencil and envelopes. Front mount cup holder Mounts to the front of the middle standard. Rear mount cup holder Mounts to the back of the middle standard. 11
Stellar End Standards Available in a variety of wood, metal, plastic or upholstery, these end standards will suit every need, style and application. A variety of colors and finishes offered. Styles are for floor, riser or beam mount installation. 136 Clean flush appearance capable of withstanding severe wear and tear. Flush cast iron end available in 7 standard colors Floor or riser mounted Optional A.D.A. swing-arm accessibility Optional aisle light, type E Not for tablet arm 351 Rounded edges and corners soften this contemporary wood end. 7 options of stained wood and custom stains Wood end on cast iron standard Floor, riser or beam mounted Optional aisle light, type D or E Adaptable to tablet arm 160 Tapered end treatment, which accepts fabric, or laminate inserts. Provided with metal frame for durability. Metal frame placed on cast iron standard Floor, riser or beam mounted Optional aisle light, type C or E Adaptable to tablet arm, type E aisle light only 560 Tapered end treatment covered in laminate. A variety of standard laminate options and custom laminates Floor, riser or beam mounted Optional aisle light, type E Adaptable to tablet arm 165 Tapered, fully upholstered and padded end treatment with a soft rounded appearance. Padded, upholstered metal frame placed over cast iron standard Floor, riser or beam mounted Optional aisle light, type E Not for tablet arm 134 Victorian Richly curved and sculptured end treatment reminiscent of the Victorian era. Cast iron end available in 7 standard colors with optional accent highlights Floor mounted Optional aisle light, specific to Victorian Not for tablet arm 225/250 Rectangular end treatment, which accepts fabric, or laminate inserts. Provided with metal edges for durability. Metal frame placed on cast iron standard Optional aisle light, type C is available on 250 and type E is available on 225 and 250. Floor, riser or beam mounted 225 designed for tablet arm 250 not for tablet arm 502 Saenger Richly sculptured end treatment from the historic theater tradition. Cast iron end available in 7 standard colors with optional accent highlights Floor mounted Optional aisle light, specific to Saenger Armrest aisle light Not for tablet arm 280 Rounded edges and corners soften this contemporary wood end. 7 options of stained wood and custom stains Thick wood end surrounds cast iron standard Floor or beam mounted Optional aisle light, type D or E Not for tablet arm 4B Fox Rich three dimensional sculpturing reflects the heritage of the historic theater era. Cast iron end available in 7 standard colors with optional accent highlights Floor mounted Optional aisle light, specific to Fox Not for tablet arm 350 Rounded corner, square edge wood end treatment. 7 options of stained wood and custom stains Wood end on cast iron standard Floor, riser or beam mounted Optional aisle light, type D or E Adaptable to tablet arm Sunburst Unique retro styling with a sunburst motif. Optional accent highlights are available Floor mount Optional arm rest aisle light Tablet arm not available (on end standards) Bodiform A classic cast iron standard that defined the ambiance of auditoriums and performing arts centers across North America for decades. One piece cast iron standard Floor mount Accent highlights optional Optional aisle light, specific to Bodiform Not for tablet arm Commonwealth Linear detailing reminiscent of classic American decor. Cast iron available in 7 standard paint colors Floor mount Optional arm rest aisle light Tablet arm not available (on end standards) 12
26 7 /8" LTA Stellar 206 23 7 /8" LTA Stellar 216 Stellar 217 23 7 /8" LTA Stellar 226 23 7 /8" LTA Stellar 280 23 7 /8" LTA Stellar 270 21 3 /4" TA 13 3 /4" TA Stellar230 23 7 /8" LTA Stellar 286 16 3 /8" Stellar 306, 306A, 306B 24 1 /4" TA 23 7 /8" LTA Stellar Standard Tablet Arm (TA) 105 sq. in. 11 3 /4" Stellar Oversized Tablet Arm (OSTA) 127 sq. in. 13 7 /16" Stellar Laptop Tablet Arm (LTA) 184 sq. in. 15 3 /8" 10 15 /16" 11 9 /16" 16" Stellar 220 & 224 13 13
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